MPSS = new car

singular · 08-05-2011, 02:37 PM

Just had my run-craps replaced with Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

I've only put 25 miles on so far - but what a difference! The joy is back!

Going easy right now, can't wait to see what these are like after break-in.

sparkyblue · 08-08-2011, 03:17 AM

My rears are just about done, I am so excited to get a set of PSS's on :]

Are you rocking the 225/255 combo on stock rims?

singular · 08-08-2011, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by sparkyblue

My rears are just about done, I am so excited to get a set of PSS's on :]

Are you rocking the 225/255 combo on stock rims?

Yes - 225/255's on stock rims. Ordered them from Tirerack and had a local alignment shop install.

The more I drive on these, the more convinced I am that I did the right thing. The roads around here have really gone to pot and my daily drive was becoming downright painful.

sparkyblue · 08-08-2011, 03:23 PM

No kidding. My area is just about the same, potholes everywhere. Im praying that when I get a new tire set mounted, my rims aren't bent to crap.

GotM · 08-08-2011, 07:29 PM

I ordered a set from TireRack on Saturday...I cant wait until they get here!!!

singular · 08-09-2011, 11:44 AM

My spare arrived yesterday. Fits in the trunk, but not in my convertible back seat. Might have to put my luggage in the back seat for road trips.

sacha101 · 08-09-2011, 06:01 PM

So stock wheels with the PSS and no rubbing issues ? That's what i'm afraid of with the stock M wheels and the PSS in 225 and 255...

singular · 08-09-2011, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by sacha101

So stock wheels with the PSS and no rubbing issues ? That's what i'm afraid of with the stock M wheels and the PSS in 225 and 255...

No rubbing. My stock wheels are style 264 (sport package), not 261 (M-sport package). But I assume the dimensions are the same. You should probably check with Tirerack to be sure.

I think this is a pretty common setup among people on this board.

fourtailpipes · 08-09-2011, 08:06 PM

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No rubbing. My stock wheels are style 264 (sport package), not 261 (M-sport package). But I assume the dimensions are the same. You should probably check with Tirerack to be sure.

I think this is a pretty common setup among people on this board.

yep! the wheel specs are identical, and the tires will fit well.

zamboni · 08-10-2011, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by singular

Yes - 225/255's on stock rims. Ordered them from Tirerack and had a local alignment shop install.

The more I drive on these, the more convinced I am that I did the right thing. The roads around here have really gone to pot and my daily drive was becoming downright painful.

Can't go wrong with Michelin.

almsfan · 08-10-2011, 09:51 PM

Any change as far as turn-in response? I'd like to ditch the run-flats but I do like the crisp turn-in response they provide.

QUOTE=singular;10168262]Just had my run-craps replaced with Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

I've only put 25 miles on so far - but what a difference! The joy is back!

Going easy right now, can't wait to see what these are like after break-in.[/QUOTE]

singular · 08-10-2011, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by almsfan

Any change as far as turn-in response? I'd like to ditch the run-flats but I do like the crisp turn-in response they provide.

Responds pretty well in my limited experience. I'm only at about 200 miles so far.

Here's a couple of reviews that swayed me:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/....jsp?ttid=141&

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/survey...ay.jsp?type=MP

almsfan · 08-11-2011, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by singular

Responds pretty well in my limited experience. I'm only at about 200 miles so far.

Here's a couple of reviews that swayed me:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/....jsp?ttid=141&

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/survey...ay.jsp?type=MP

Thanks for the info!

GotM · 08-12-2011, 06:11 PM

I had my MPSS installed today.

I think the only thing I can confirm so far is that there is no rubbing with stock wheels and suspension using the 225/255 set up. I took it over a small hill quick enough to unload the suspension, and then compress, I did not hear a thing.

I will hold judgement on the turn-in/handling until I get some more miles on them. I could feel the rear start to slide a little around on of the turns I did on the way home today.

The tread is really deep on these tires.

Dackelone · 08-12-2011, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by GotM

The tread is really deep on these tires.

Yup! On my PS3's - I measured around 9mm's of new thread!

singular · 08-12-2011, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by GotM

I will hold judgement on the turn-in/handling until I get some more miles on them. I could feel the rear start to slide a little around on of the turns I did on the way home today.

The tread is really deep on these tires.

I've slid a bit on a corner or two, but I'm still under 200 miles. I haven't gotten the nerve yet to go TIM YOYO on these.

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singular Captain 21 Rep 935 Posts Drives: BSM 135i ppk cab Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	MPSS = new car Just had my run-craps replaced with Michelin Pilot Super Sports. I've only put 25 miles on so far - but what a difference! The joy is back! Going easy right now, can't wait to see what these are like after break-in.
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sparkyblue Captain 64 Rep 760 Posts Drives: E82 135i & F80 M3 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (8) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [0.00]	My rears are just about done, I am so excited to get a set of PSS's on :] Are you rocking the 225/255 combo on stock rims?
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sparkyblue Captain 64 Rep 760 Posts Drives: E82 135i & F80 M3 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (8) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [0.00]	No kidding. My area is just about the same, potholes everywhere. Im praying that when I get a new tire set mounted, my rims aren't bent to crap.
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GotM Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 232 Posts Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chandler, AZ iTrader: (0)	I ordered a set from TireRack on Saturday...I cant wait until they get here!!! __________________ 13 Subaru BRZ, WR Blue, 6M 09 BMW135i, Alpine White, Sport, 6M - sold 99 BMW M roadster, Estoril Blue - sold
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singular Captain 21 Rep 935 Posts Drives: BSM 135i ppk cab Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area iTrader: (0)	My spare arrived yesterday. Fits in the trunk, but not in my convertible back seat. Might have to put my luggage in the back seat for road trips.
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sacha101 Private First Class 26 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2011 135i coupe SGM/CORAL RED Join Date: May 2010 Location: montreal iTrader: (0)	So stock wheels with the PSS and no rubbing issues ? That's what i'm afraid of with the stock M wheels and the PSS in 225 and 255... __________________ 2011 135i SGM/CR 6MT - M Sport, Premium, ski bag
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almsfan Private 2 Rep 54 Posts Drives: 2011 128i w/M Sport Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 128i Coupe [0.00]	Any change as far as turn-in response? I'd like to ditch the run-flats but I do like the crisp turn-in response they provide. QUOTE=singular;10168262]Just had my run-craps replaced with Michelin Pilot Super Sports. I've only put 25 miles on so far - but what a difference! The joy is back! Going easy right now, can't wait to see what these are like after break-in.[/QUOTE]
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GotM Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 232 Posts Drives: 2013 Subaru BRZ 6MT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chandler, AZ iTrader: (0)	I had my MPSS installed today. I think the only thing I can confirm so far is that there is no rubbing with stock wheels and suspension using the 225/255 set up. I took it over a small hill quick enough to unload the suspension, and then compress, I did not hear a thing. I will hold judgement on the turn-in/handling until I get some more miles on them. I could feel the rear start to slide a little around on of the turns I did on the way home today. The tread is really deep on these tires. __________________ 13 Subaru BRZ, WR Blue, 6M 09 BMW135i, Alpine White, Sport, 6M - sold 99 BMW M roadster, Estoril Blue - sold
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